In the eerie and mysterious realm known as the first Nightmare of Murky, a dangerous nightmare called "Taming Hundred Thousands of Dragons."
This fascinating tale took place near a secluded Viking island, where calm waters hid a mysterious creature, its shadow lurking in the deep, dark depths.
Not a long time had passed, the shadow grew and transformed into a massive figure that emerged from the surface with a loud splash, sending water spraying in all directions.
Swoosh!
Splash!
A colossal creature appeared on a gigantic rock with a silent sound, its enormous size threatening to swallow the stone that dared to hold it.
Grrrrrrr…
A rumble of growl came out of its mouth, a being that had a combination of incredible features—a bold mix of bat-like wings, a snake-like face, a powerful shark fin, and a face marked by ancient battle scars.
As the creature emerged from the depths, it wriggled and twisted, its massive body moving to shake off the clinging water droplets.
Kachap!
Soon after, more shadows emerged from the same mysterious abyss, each arrival accompanied by its own explosive splash.
Swoosh! Swoosh! Swoosh!
They gathered around the first creature on the rocky outcrop, engaging in a fervent ritual of self-cleansing as their bodies squirmed and writhed with urgency.
Meanwhile, the first dragon-like creature looked upon an unsuspecting Viking village, its eyes narrowing as it carefully said, "Look, the third Viking village we will purge."
With a determined air, the first creature shifted its gaze skyward, where a ranking system floated beside it, suspended in the air.
[ Rankings! ]
[ Champion: StupidLove - 5,055 points.
[ Rank 1: Devil_Whale - 455 points.
[ Rank 2: Land_Dominator - 370 points.
[ … ]
To its disappointment, it discovered that it still held the second position, trailing behind a despised rival known as the "wretched whale."
Anguish and frustration filled the creature, its voice full of exasperation as it exclaimed, "That damned whale again! Every time I venture into a new era, that bastard always blocks my throat, and forever one step ahead!"
However, its attention quickly turned to the whale creature, examining it with intense curiosity.
"Ah, that massive balloon must have sensed the subtle differences that set this era apart from the ones before, just like I have. Perhaps the others have also felt this shift, finding themselves thrust into a nightmare of survival unlike anything they've experienced.
"It was a shock to enter here...
"But I can't blame them.
"This is a mysterious era with a high chance of being a five-class era, and unlike the weaker ones.
"Sigh, the nightmare shouldn't have declared that this is a high class five star era," it pondered, lost in thought.
Suddenly, the first dragon fixed its piercing gaze on the champion, who stood above the despised whale's name. It looked bewildered, its brow furrowing in deep thought.
"I've never encountered this name before. What mysterious race does this champion belong to? How did it rise to such heights in the ranks? Could it have prior knowledge of this dangerous world? I, who have faced countless nightmares and traveled through countless ages, am confused by this inexplicable arrival. Why now?"
Frustration tinged its words, highlighting the vast difference between its own accomplishments—razing three villages—and the seemingly insurmountable lead held by the unknown champion.
As the other dragons finished their preparations, the first dragon opened its formidable mouth and let out a commanding roar.
The sound carried its authoritative order to all who would listen.
"Apes! Kill every villager! Spare none of those wretched maggots! Leave no stone unturned in your merciless pursuit!"
Its voice, filled with anger and dominance, echoed across the land.
"Apes! Apes! Apes!"
In an instant, the dragons underwent a profound transformation while shouting at the top of their lungs, becoming magnificent creatures resembling dinosaurs.
Though their dragon faces remained, their once-visible wings disappeared, consumed by this powerful change.
The collective army of creatures bellowed in unison, their voices blending into a symphony of rage and fury.
"Apes! Apes! Apes!"
From above, the sheer number of creatures became apparent—an awe-inspiring and fearsome sight.
Their thunderous roars shook the Viking village, making the very ground tremble as if it sensed the impending catastrophe.
"Apes!" the first creature thundered once again, its voice filled with unwavering determination.
"Prepare yourselves for the upcoming battle!"
As a united force, the transformed horde surged forward, their presence crackling with the intensity of thunder.
In the midst of the unfolding spectacle, the first dragon-like creature couldn't help but suppress a smirk that threatened to curl on its scaly lips.
Soon, the creature too— underwent a profound transformation, assuming the shape of a dinosaur-like creature, merging with unknown prehistoric beings like its companions.
Once the metamorphosis was complete, its cold, emotionless shark eyes fixated on the Viking village, a glimmer of intrigue flickering within their depths.
"I don't know how this champion managed to gather such an enormous number of nightmare points in such a short time, but I won't accept defeat without uncovering the secrets that lie beneath," it declared with unwavering determination.
The colossal shadow cast by the first dragon-like creature, now a fusion of ancient creatures, proudly loomed over the land.
"This village shall become the testing ground for my theories," it proclaimed with a voice that resonated to the core of its being.
However, as soon as those words escaped its mouth, freezing the air with their weight, a system message appeared before the creature, shattering the momentum of its plans and introducing an unforeseen twist in this captivating tale.
Ding!
[ Attention, esteemed players of the formidable nightmare survival game known as 'Taming Hundred Thousands of Dragons'! I urge you to listen to this urgent warning.
[ Prepare yourselves, for the time has come to witness the astonishing descent of a player with unparalleled skill and unwavering determination. StupidLove, a true champion among champions, a human of extraordinary strength, has leading nightmare points from his first nightmare survival, only to embark on an even more dangerous journey in his second nightmare. ]
At this important moment, a clear message spreads through the air, like the echoes of grand declarations in the vast universe.
It is announced that the hard-earned points, achieved through numerous challenges by the champion, player stupidLove, will be frozen and suspended in time, offering an extraordinary opportunity for all of you brave players of 'Taming Hundred Thousands of Dragons' to rise above and surpass this rising legend.
…
Meanwhile, in a distant corner of this vast and nightmarish survival world, a unique creature, marked by its special composition, tightly gripped in its massive hand the embodiment of a human Viking warrior.
As the creature's enormous form cast a menacing shadow over the desolate landscape, a soft whisper slipped from its monstrous mouth, like a gentle breeze.
"Has fate's woven tapestry finally come undone, leading to the rise of a human player who will surpass us all in glory?"
These words, filled with a mixture of curiosity and astonishment, flowed from its mouth like sweet honey from a celestial hive.
"Perhaps it is due to the gradual emergence of humans in this harrowing nightmare of survival like this human in my hand, each one a catalyst for change, much like the shifting tides of an ancient ocean.
"Weren't they once the rulers of this very planet, feared even by my wise ancestral orca brethren who recognized the danger they posed?
"These beings, similar to apes in essence, possess a delicate fragility that conceals their true nature. They are masters of strategy, with their never ending greed, created us and destroyed themselves."
In an instant, the creature's colossal hand clenched with a force that sent ripples through reality itself.
The human Viking warrior, trapped within its grip, succumbed to the merciless strength, reduced to a horrific mixture of blood and flesh.
Kacha!
As the shadows cast by the creature shifted, the battlefield unfolded before its mysterious gaze—a grim tapestry of clashing swords and fierce dragons, obscured by swirling mists of corrosive fury, where the anguished cries of the fallen merged with the symphony of spilled blood.
"Their destruction was bound to happen, a tragic outcome of their unfamiliarity with the physical forms given to them in this nightmarish world.
"Like for example, placed inside adult raptor bodies, they were like lost souls adrift on an unknown sea, lacking the knowledge that defines a raptor's existence.
"We, on the other hand, inhabitants of the wild, witness the intricate web of life, possessing a deep understanding of various creatures that we possess, even from a primordial era's perspective.
"It is this inherent advantage that has allowed us to rise to the top, while only a select few humans manage to navigate the challenging path to our realm's highest positions, burdened by their inherent disadvantage," explained the amalgamation, speaking with an air of mystery and self-satisfaction.
A subtle, sinister smile played across its amalgamated teeth, hinting at the depths of its enigmatic plans.
"But now, now that humans in the nightmares started appearing too, I should've expected this outcome, and it makes my blood boil with excitement! If he surpassed the three hundred nightmare, and survived against the three wave of the beast tide in the real world, maybe I will meet him... Unless, he complete all the games, we dolphins should be cautious around humans in the the real world once he achieved it."
…
As the other races, targeted for extinction by the indomitable humans, grappled with a whirlwind of panic, amusement, astonishment, and fear, the humans themselves erupted into a joyful chorus of celebration.
Their jubilant shouts filled the air, carrying the fervor of triumph.
"By the heavens above and the depths below! The gap separating the scores amassed by these monstrous beings was broken by a human, and he's got an enormous lead!"
Exclaimed a dragon, its soul intertwined with the ethereal memories of a seasoned human veteran who had traversed the vast expanse of existence.
"Whoever this audacious champion may be, I have no doubt that, with his arrival, the humans will reclaim their rightful place as the rulers of this realm!"
Shouted another human, concealing their true form behind the imposing appearance of a Viking warrior.
…
In a random Viking village, a group of Smilodon tigers also revealed in the festivities.
However, a father and son among them felt an unsettling unease deep in their hearts, their fur trembling with trepidation.
Regardless of the bodies they now inhabited, whether dragon or Viking, these humans knew that at their core, they were still human. And deep within, they took immense pride in their shared humanity.
Rising once again, led by the unknown player stupidLove was not just a goal but a testament to the resilience of their species.